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Interoperability
Capacity and performance

Interoperability

The ability of different blockchain networks to communicate with each other and with existing systems. Most networks today operate as separate environments that cannot easily exchange information.

TradFi equivalent
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Foreign exchange. Two parties operating in different currencies need a mechanism to translate between them before they can transact. Interoperability is that same translation layer - but between blockchain networks instead of currencies.
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A power adapter when traveling abroad. The electricity exists on both sides. Without the adapter, the two systems can't connect.
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